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Feb. 2-13, 2009

Math:

We will continue to work with percents, patterns, and sequences.  The next unit will be geometry which will focus on application of formulas to determine area and perimeter of 2 dimensional figures.  We will concentrate on word problems and extracting necessary information.  We will the move into 3 dimensional figures

English:

The learner will be working on Writing Prompt #1:  A time when you made a major or minor mistake.

History:

This week students will:

  • complete their common assessment and government test.
  • begin the Civil War unit by focusing on the four major causes.

Science:

The learner will:

  • conclude Natural Resources and Human Impact unit.
  • Have a quiz on resources: 02/03 (P) or 02/04 (G).
  • have a lab on resources.
  • recognize the impact of human choices on resources.
  • begin/complete unit on Catastrophic Events.
  • CBA:  scheduled for Feb 12 and 13th.  This CBA will cover everything you have learned for the year, and include Natural Resources & Catastrophic Events.


Thanks!


Tutorial Schedule

Ms. Stewart, History:  By appointment, with a two-day notice.

Ms. Smallwood, Science:  By appointment, with a two-day notice.

Ms. McNeil, Math:  As needed and by appointment.

Mr. Dostert, English:  Mornings, beginning at 7:15am.